Deuteronomy 11:18-32

Deuteronomy 11:18-32 conclude the general exhortations (chapters 5-11) and lead into details of the law (chapters 12-26). The people are exhorted to integrate God's word into every aspect of their lives, teach it to their children, obey His commands, love the LORD, walk in His ways, and hold fast to Him. Blessings with obedience and curses with disobedience are introduced. Details were given later in chapters 27-28, which were read after taking possession of the Land (see Joshua 8:30-35). Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 18-25 What are some practical ways we can integrate God's word into every aspect of our lives? Verses 26-32 Mount Gerizim and Mount Ebal were visible reminders of the blessings with obedience and curses with disobedience. What visible reminders do I have or can put into place to motivate obedience to the LORD? Verse 28 warns against turning to "other gods that you have not known,"...